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I want to hear your thoughts about the show and this episode. Text us here...What if we stopped living in the boxes the world puts us in—and started choosing our identity for ourselves?In this powerful and soul-stirring conversation, Julie sits down with interdisciplinary artist and dialogue facilitator Sharyll Burroughs to explore the intersection of race, identity, creativity, and humanity. From reclaiming autonomy to dismantling inherited belief systems, this episode invites you to reflect on how your story is shaped—and how you can rewrite it.Sharyll also shares the inspiration behind The Hattie Project, a four-episode podcast that brings to life the untold story of Hattie McDaniel, the first Black actress to win an Academy Award. Her take? Hattie wasn’t just a character actress she was a woman of power, vision, and deep humanity who used her privilege to uplift others.This conversation is for you if:You’ve ever felt boxed in by labels or expectationsYou want to lead with curiosity instead of fearYou’re ready to explore creativity as a path to freedomYou’re craving more humanity-first conversations in your life and workTopics We Explore:Why identity is more than gender, race, or professionThe cost of living for approval vs. authenticityCreativity as a tool for healing and reinventionHow boundaries can sometimes be fear in disguiseThe life and legacy of Hattie McDaniel beyond the Academy AwardWhy curiosity may be the antidote to divisionQuote to Remember: "I'd rather make $700 a week playing a maid than $7 a day being one." — Hattie McDanielConnect with Sharyll:https://www.sharyllburroughs.com/hattieprojectpodcasthttps://www.sharyllburroughs.com/artistbioREADY TO REDEFINE YOUR OWN STORY? Book a free discovery call with Julie to explore what’s next.#GoConfidently #CasaDeConfidence #HattieProject #CreativityAndRace #WomenInMidlife #PodcastEpisode #SharyllBurroughsSupport the showCasa De Confidence is a podcast for women navigating midlife reinvention, entrepreneurship, leadership, and personal growth. Hosted by Julie DeLucca-Collins, the show explores confidence, sustainable business success, visibility, authority building, and aligned growth for women entrepreneurs ready to lead boldly and live intentionally. Through real conversations and practical insights, listeners gain clarity, s
